Light Jet
Fast, Efficient, and Built for the Majority of Domestic Routes
Light jets are the most frequently booked category in private aviation. They cover the broad middle of domestic travel efficiently: two to four hours, up to seven passengers, with access to a wider range of airports than larger aircraft allow.
The cabin is compact but purpose-built. Most light jets offer club seating, individual work surfaces, and WiFi on newer models. Luggage capacity is measured rather than generous, which is worth knowing before you pack for a week.
The value-to-comfort ratio in this category is the highest in the fleet. If your trip is under 1,800 nautical miles and your group is four people or fewer, a light jet is almost always the right starting point.
Every light jet in the Elevate network is verified under the Elevate Assurance Pledge before booking confirmation. Crew qualifications, maintenance records, insurance, and operator financial stability are reviewed on every departure.
Aircraft Types
Light Jet
Specifications at a Glance
Up to 6 passengers | Up to 3 hours
1,450 — 1,971 NM
430 — 520 mph
4.6 — 4.9 ft
Aircrafts in This Category
- Beechjet 400 / 400A
- Citation CJ2+
- Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Citation CJ4
- Citation Bravo
- Citation Encore
- Citation Excel
- Phenom 300
- Lear 31
- Lear 75
- Hawker 400XP
- Nextant 400
- Premier 1A
Best For
East Coast corridors and regional domestic routes. Groups of two to four. Business travel where speed and cost efficiency matter more than cabin space. Popular routes in this category include New York to Miami, Dallas to Denver, Los Angeles to San Francisco, and Chicago to Atlanta.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Enter your route, date, and passenger count in the Elevate Jet app. Ruby returns a locked price for ultra long range availability on your itinerary. No calls, no callbacks, no revisions. The price Ruby returns is the price you pay, with no fuel surcharges added after the fact.
The Gulfstream G700 is Gulfstream’s flagship ultra long range aircraft, with a range of approximately 7,500 nautical miles and a cabin that spans up to five zones. It is one of the most advanced production business jets in the world in terms of range, cabin volume, and technology.
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a purpose-built ultra long range business jet with a maximum range of approximately 7,700 nautical miles, four distinct cabin zones including a permanent stateroom, and a full galley. It is the largest and longest-range purpose-built business jet in Bombardier’s portfolio and one of the defining aircraft of the ultra long range category.
Yes. Los Angeles to Tokyo is approximately 5,500 nautical miles. The Global 7500, Gulfstream G700, and Gulfstream G650ER can complete this route nonstop. Los Angeles to Sydney (approximately 7,500 nautical miles) is within range of the Global 7500 and Global 8000 under favorable conditions.
Yes. Most aircraft in the ultra long range category include a permanent stateroom or convertible sleeping areas. The Global 7500 includes four living areas including a permanent stateroom and a dedicated crew rest area. The Gulfstream G700 features up to five cabin zones with multiple sleeping positions. Specific configurations vary by aircraft.